As it used to be

Starting Point. Fill the blanks in with the right word, then discuss the questions below.

• People should quit social media because it is harmful to relationships.

• You can’t be friends with someone only over messaging apps and social media platforms.

• Email is the best form of business communication.

• People can achieve more by working individually than in a team.

• Digital connection is more satisfying than real-life interaction.

Discuss the quotes. Do you agree or disagree with them? Why (not)?

“Human beings are social creatures. We are social not just in the trivial sense that we like company (…); simply to exist as a normal human being requires interaction with other people.” – Atul Gawande

“Human interaction is something that I believe, as humans, we crave for. And that is where bars and social environments come into play.” – Jon Taffer

Focus on Comprehension. Answer the questions below about the video.

Focus on Listening. Watch the video. Read the transcript below if necessary.

Focus on Speaking. 

• Do you think the dystopian future shown in the first part of the video might come true? Why/Why not?
• In your opinion, what will the world look like in 2037 in terms of human interaction?
• Do you think we will ever step back from in-person human interaction? Why/Why not?
• What effects could a lack of direct human interaction have on our health and wellbeing?
• What can we do to create more real-life interaction with other people rather than digital connections?